Nika Daytner
Urbana
Summary
Reliable childcare and hospitality professional skilled in creating safe, productive environments. Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability ensure effective communication with employers and customers.
Overview
1
1
Language
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Sports Corner Bar And Grill
Macomb, IL
05.2026 - Current
- Managed customer orders efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction throughout dining experience.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing tasks to enhance service speed.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining a balanced cash register at shift end.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, improving overall dining experience and retention rates.
- Monitored dining area cleanliness and ambiance, contributing to a welcoming environment for guests.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
- Optimized table turnover rates through effective guest management strategies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and quality control.
Childcare Volunteer
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, Illinois
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted children with daily activities and educational tasks.
- Facilitated interactive play and learning sessions for diverse age groups.
- Completed DCFS training prior to volunteering.
- Participated in outdoor activities with the children, such as sports and games.
- Created safe, learning-focused environment for children under care.
- Assisted with meal times by serving food, cleaning up after meals, and helping with snack time preparation.
- Greeted parents when they arrived to pick up their children from daycare.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Ensured the safety of all children in the facility at all times.
Nannying
Kelly Severs
Macomb, IL
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily routines and child progress.
- Assisted with homework and provided support in learning new concepts.
- Managed schedules for outings, playdates, and appointments efficiently.
- Developed strong relationships with families through trust and open communication.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry and tidying up common areas used by the kids.
- Communicated regularly with parents about any changes in routine or behavior observed in their child and children.
- Enforced rules set by the parents regarding television time, toys, snacks.
- Supervised children during daily activities and ensured their safety.
- Planned engaging educational games and activities tailored to children's interests.
- Helped older children with their chores like making beds and tidying up their rooms.
Tutor
St. Paul School In
Macomb, IL
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted students with homework and academic projects in various subjects.
- Implemented engaging activities to reinforce key concepts and improve understanding.
- Utilized educational software to track student performance and enhance learning outcomes.
- Assisted with homework assignments as needed.
- Built student self-confidence by working through stages of study concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
- Provided homework help and test preparation strategies to improve study habits and test-taking skills.
- Worked with the administration to facilitate tutoring sessions.
- Communicated with the teacher on the student's progress.
- Created a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations for behavior and performance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2029
High School Diploma -
Macomb High School
Macomb, IL05-2025
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Interpersonal skills
- Friendly and respectful
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
Affiliations
Iglobal teaching- teach students from Indonesia over Zoom
Certification
DCFS Mandated Reporter Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Server
Sports Corner Bar And Grill
05.2026 - Current
Childcare Volunteer
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
10.2025 - Current
Tutor
St. Paul School In
02.2024 - 04.2025
Nannying
Kelly Severs
06.2022 - 07.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
High School Diploma -
Macomb High School
References
Kelly Severs: 309-255-0494
Carrie Dunseth: 630-673-4065
Laura Cody: 309-255-4408